A clerk at a Lancaster convenience store was robbed at gunpoint late Wednesday night.

Lancaster County sheriff's deputies responded to North Corner Grocery, located at 3647 Charlotte Highway, only minutes after a man held up the clerk and took an undisclosed amount of money, according to a sheriff's office incident report.

A couple of Indian Land High School students can add their names to the school’s list of signed athletes this year after receiving word from the University of South Carolina in Columbia that they have made the team.

Only this time the team isn’t on the gridiron or court, it’s on the sidelines.

Seniors Alexis Barjona and Megan Leskody were among more than 120 cheerleaders from across the state to try out for coveted spots on the Gamecocks’ two cheerleading squads and were among the 54 who made it.

It’s easy to let your safety guard down right now. After all, it is summer. School’s out. The beach, rivers and pools beckon. The longer days allow more time for outdoor activities – like boating, riding motorcycles and pursuing great adventures on all-terrain vehicles.

Last week’s Amazon decision was the single most difficult vote I have taken as a legislator. In the end, putting people to work and food on their table is an immediate need and requires immediate attention. However, it does not fix the longer, real job creation act of tax reform.

Jesef Williamsjwilliams@thelancasternews.com
KERSHAW – The American flag stood tall for all to see while the sounds of patriotism filled the air at First Baptist Church in Kershaw.
The church organist rendered one selection after another, creating a suitable mix of spiritual hymns and patriotic songs on this special occasion. The lyrics and the reflection that was later shared made it all complete.